More than just jewelry…It’s an experience at K.Hollis Jewelers

K.Hollis Jewelers from Fun to Fine

Women owned small business and small businesses in general are a staple to our communities! Whenever possible, I love to support small! Many years ago my husband and I were looking for a jewelry piece. It’s been so long that I can’t even remember what it was I wanted or hoped for at the time. We had just moved to the area and randomly chose K.Hollis because it was relatively close to home. You can imagine my surprise to recognize the owner, Karen. Karen and I went to the same grade school although I’m two years older. The holiday season feels like the perfect time to share Karen and her story with you!

Throughout our marriage, Mr. FTF has gifted me with many beautiful pieces of jewelry that I’ve cherished and continue to hold dear. He carefully wrapped the piece and always placed it at the bottom of my stocking. When I reached the bottom of my stocking and pulled out a small box, I always have a feeling of delight to know something chosen with love and something beautiful was going to be in the small box!

The holiday season feels like the perfect time to share Karen and her story with you! Plus you know my strong believe that accessories make the difference and take an outfit from good to great!

Karen’s Start

Initially, Karen had a career in special education. We both share that commonality! Special education can be very taxing so after fifteen years Karen decided to take a year off from teaching. She and a friend went to a gem and jewelry show. Karen was drawn to a bead vendor and started creating pieces while looking at the bead choices. She came home with $2,000. worth of beads. Prior to this Karen typically did not even wear jewelry nor did she have an interest in creating it. At least that she knew of at the time! She began selling her bracelets and before she knew it had over a 1,000 customers!

The K.Hollis Jewelry Store Story

Karen sets herself apart from other jewelers by creating a fun atmosphere and getting to know her customers before she even begins to work with them! Part of the ambiance of the store is Murphy, the unique display cases, and large bar across the back wall.

Gathering Place

“Enjoy a glass of wine or a craft beer while you shop or host a special event.

The Wine Bar at K.Hollis is open whenever the jewelry store is open. They are a community gathering place where you can enjoy a glass of wine while you shop, while you choose the perfect engagement ring, or while you host your club, fundraiser, networking event, jewelry making party, or other special event. They host events during or after our regular store hours.”

Karen offers her customers water, coffee, beer, wine, etc. You absolutely get a sense of feeling right at home talking to a good friend! After this interview, Karen and I sat and chatted at the back table. She loves being part of new love and hearing the love story behind the engagements before helping them pick the perfect ring! Karen’s goal is to make a customer for life and she does that by listening, advising, and sharing in their joy.

While we chatted, positive comments were coming in from happy customers!

“If I had a choice between a group of handsome men or coming to your store, I would pick your beautiful store!”

— Signed Just a Girl

“ You have been there for major events in my life. I appreciate all the beautiful jewelry that you created and support during these times. No wonder you are the #1 jewelry store in the tri-city area.”

— Sarah Spang

“I had an extraordinary experience at K.Hollis. I brought in my mother’s engagement diamond ring with a few smaller diamonds and Karen created an incredible design that pays homage to my mom’s diamond. I couldn’t have asked for anything better!

Thanks for everything.”

— Angela Albugo

“ My mother-in-law was very dear to me. When she passed she gifted me with all of her rings. She had beautiful hands and many rings. For 5 years the rings sat in my jewelry box and my husband and I felt badly. When I had the misfortune of losing a 25-year anniversary ring my husband had bought me, I was devastated. But, then, I had heard about Karen and together we combined 3 rings into 1. With Martha’s patience and skill we crafted a one-of-a-kind ring that has special value and sentiment to my husband and I.”

— Linda Swift

How to Connect with Karen and K.Hollis Jewelers

630-879-8003

147 S. Randall Rd. in Batavia, Illinois

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On a side note, Karen has an amazing sense of fashion, which I’m sure is no surprise! She works with a seamstress and has created some of her own unique pieces. We were going to go and hang out in her closet but ran out of time. Therefore, a future blog post is in the works!

If you live locally, I highly recommend that you put K.Hollis Jewelers on your radar! Karen shared that customers have come from several hours drive away! That really speaks volumes! No worries if you’re not local. Karen is happy to work with you remotely and is only a phone call or virtual visit away!

It’s the perfect time of year to add a beautiful new piece of bling to your wardrobe! Would you agree?

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This is not a sponsored post and is soley my own opinion.

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